Shiko Munakata (Japanese, 1903-1975), Woman with Kappa

Circa 1950, woodblock print, pencil signed to lower margin, red artist seal directly above, presented under glass with mat in black wood frame.


Frame dimensions 15 1/2 x 12 3/8 in., Sight size 9 x 6 1/2 in.

Collection of the Klein and Bogen Families, and by descent

Bought in Japan in 1959.

Munakata is an internationally recognized master of woodcut prints and admired for his dynamic black and white compositions. In 1970, he was the first print artist to receive the distinguished honor of the Order of Culture in Japan. His work is prevalent in major museums across the globe.

Overall even toning to paper; not examined outside of the frame.